“Society has already defined them (the homeless) for us; you'd never see me as a housed person, yet their identity is their lack of housing.” - Kevin Adler
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In a truly meaningful episode of "Joseph Jaffe is not Famous," I had the honor of hosting Kevin Adler, the passionate author of "When We Walk By" and a social entrepreneur dedicated to transforming lives. Our conversation delved deep into the stark realities of homelessness, challenging societal perceptions and exploring actionable solutions
Some of the key takeaways from this episode include:
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Here are the show notes:
Homelessness and its impact with a social entrepreneur. (4:49)
Fame, acting, and a 20-minute conversation with John Cleese. (11:30)
Reducing homelessness by recognizing individual identities. (16:16)
Homelessness and the complexity of choice vs. circumstance. (23:18)
The American dream and individualism, with a critique of the self-made man myth. (30:19)
Empathy and connection for people experiencing homelessness. (36:13)
Homelessness, paternalism, and the potential for positive change. (42:24)
Addressing homelessness through connections, support, and financial assistance. (51:09)
Finding balance and perspective in life, with personal stories and humor. (59:55)
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"Seven out of 10 Americans are one paycheck away from being homeless." - Pras Michel
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